Lifeguard Instructor - Parks & Recreation

Job Summary

Please note:A complete application is required to be considered for a position within Calvert County Government. All prior work experience, education and other certifications should be entered into the application and supplemental questions should be answered completely. Attachments are not provided to hiring managers unless you are selected for an interview.

Hourly Position, Grade H14, days and hours vary, no benefits. Position is open until filled. Located at the Indoor Aquatic Center.

Provide lifeguarding instruction to qualified candidates in a safe and controlled environment.

Essential Job Functions/Other Duties/KSA

Prepares lesson plans.

Prepares equipment to facilitate lessons.

Provides lifeguarding instruction to qualified candidates.

Ensures students complete requirements of class.

Prepares certificates for each student.

Completes required paperwork and send to the American Red Cross.

Provides safety training for swim coaches program.

Works with Aquatic Facility Manager to coordinate and schedule training sessions.

Maintains safety of participants.

Other Job Duties (Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA that apply only to Essential Job Functions.)

Knowledge of:

• Effective lifeguarding techniques.

Ability to:

• Deal effectively with the public.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the above knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.)

Training and/or Education:

None

Experience:

One year as a Lifeguard.

Licenses or Certificates:

American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certificate.

Other Information

Special Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age.

Subject to background investigation.

Physical Demands:

Work requires medium to heavy physical effort.

Unusual Demands:

None

FLSA Status:

Nonexempt

Accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities upon reasonable notice.

County application required.